Good habits Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““What is this worldly life based on? Ignorance (of the Self). The world gives support to good habits and tries to get rid of the bad ones. Once the support is gone, all else is gone.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Discourses of Dada Bhagwan, 1990s
Human existence stems from ignorance of true self; society supports virtue and eliminates vice, but without that support, everything collapses.
In simple terms: Life is built on self‑knowledge; society upholds good, removes bad, and loses everything without that base.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑awareness and support virtuous habits.
Themes
self‑knowledge
societal influence
impermanence
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- community building
- education
- mental health
Key Concepts
spirituality
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does self‑ignorance affect your daily choices?
- What supports can you create for virtuous habits?
A Different Perspective
Support structures can fail, leaving individuals vulnerable.
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